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Very heavy base for bed fell on right hand. was stuck under it for a few mins. hand is swollen, painful, not discolored, range of motion ok but tight, and wrist keeps snapping and clicking. how to alleviate?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

You need to: have imaging studies in your hand! Prompt treatment of hand trauma is ESSENTIAL! Hope this is helpful BE WELL! Dr Z

Answered 11/16/2019

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